Master’s Thesis Student in Gas Turbine Research

Location: Finspång, Östergötland County, Sweden

Company

hirify.global develops energy technologies and provides gas turbine service, modernization, digitalization, and decarbonization solutions through its Gas Services division.

What you will do

• Conduct 3D CFD simulations of gas turbine blade tip flows to analyze aerodynamic performance.
• Develop and validate a structured CFD methodology for predicting blade tip flow characteristics.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to present findings and contribute to turbine design recommendations.
• Document and share the methodology to support future engineering processes.
• Work with the Heat Transfer department on gas turbine technology research and development.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong theoretical knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer principles.
• Experience with CFD software such as ANSYS Fluent, CFX, or Star-CCM+, and with mesh generation techniques.
• Curious and analytical mindset with an interest in research and innovation.
• Excellent communication skills for scientific writing and collaboration with diverse teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment with engineers, researchers, and experienced mentors.
• Focus on sustainability, decarbonization, and advancing energy technology.
• Reduced working hours and advance vacation.
• Healthcare allowance and potential flexible working arrangements.

Hiring process

• Ongoing selection is applied, and the role may be filled before the application deadline.
• Applications are accepted until 17 November 2026.